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Contains 3 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 03/13/2025 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
This webinar will cover key aspects of mentorship, sponsorship, and allyship. The speakers will clarify the differences between these relationships and how each plays a crucial role in an individual's career development. Additionally, the speakers will delve into effective communication strategies within these relationships, considering verbal, non-verbal, written, and visual communication techniques. The speakers will also explore cultural and generational nuances, emphasizing the importance of recognizing individuality and intersectionality. The webinar will underscore the significance of fostering environments that engender belonging and engagement. Finally, the speakers will provide actionable insights for leveraging mentorship, sponsorship, and allyship to drive professional growth and success on both sides of the relationship.
This webinar will cover key aspects of mentorship, sponsorship, and allyship. The speakers will clarify the differences between these relationships and how each plays a crucial role in an individual's career development. Additionally, the speakers will delve into effective communication strategies within these relationships, considering verbal, non-verbal, written, and visual communication techniques. The speakers will also explore cultural and generational nuances, emphasizing the importance of recognizing individuality and intersectionality. The webinar will underscore the significance of fostering environments that engender belonging and engagement. Finally, the speakers will provide actionable insights for leveraging mentorship, sponsorship, and allyship to drive professional growth and success on both sides of the relationship.
Shruti Costales
Owner & Founder
Shruti Law PLLC
Shruti Costales is the Owner & Founder at Shruti Law PLLC®. Shruti is a licensed US patent attorney and has worked in private practice, in-house, and with the Federal Government. She has 20+ years of deep legal experience in handling patent and trademark application drafting and prosecution, patent counseling, patent litigation, IP transactions, complex commercial transactions including drafting and negotiating XaaS agreements and handling FED/SLED agreements, supply chain agreements, product counseling, and due diligence and mergers & acquisitions related assessments. Her experience includes working in the chemicals/materials technologies (e.g., microelectronics including semiconductors, integrated circuits/chips, microprocessors, and memory devices; batteries and fuel cells; catalysts; polymers; additive manufacturing; food/nutrition; nanotechnology; oil and gas; tire and rubber; building materials/composites; water treatment/purification; tobacco/nicotine products; filtration solutions; performance materials; and consumer goods), life sciences/healthcare technologies (e.g., biotechnology & diagnostics; pharmaceutical – small molecule and large molecule; medical surgical products; dental & ophthalmological solutions; and purification and filtration technologies), electrical & computer technologies (e.g., electronic devices and components; consumer electronics; microelectronics including semiconductors; and financial, business, and fintech services), and mechanical technologies (e.g., automotive and smart mobility technology; mechanical components; and medical devices). Shruti has a BS in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University and a JD from Franklin Pierce Law Center (now the University of New Hampshire School of Law). She is a member of the Patent Pathways® Board of Directors. Shruti is currently Vice-Chair of IPO's Small/Micro Company & Law Firm Committee. Over the last decade, Shruti has co-led IPO's DEI and Women in IP committees where she co-authored many white papers, guides, and toolkits. Recently, Shruti led and co-authored a collaboration between ADAPT and IPO for a Practical Guide on Allyship, Mentorship, & Sponsorship.
Rebekah Fuhr
Senior Legal Analyst
Access Advance LLC
Rebekah Fuhr is a seasoned legal and international development professional with over a decade of experience spanning legal analysis, project management, and cross-cultural collaboration. Currently serving as a Senior Legal Analyst at Access Advance LLC, she has worked with global teams, managed complex legal processes, and contributed to international legal strategy. With a background in international studies and a passion for diversity, inclusion, and allyship, Rebekah’s career, enriched by experiences in South Korea, India, Bangladesh, and France reflects her commitment to global engagement and advocacy.
Mercedes Meyer
Attorney
Banner & Witcoff, Ltd.
Mercedes K. Meyer, Ph.D., represents leading life science and technology companies maintaining an extensive biotechnology and pharmaceutical patent management, prosecution, opinion and due diligence practice. With a doctorate in virology and degree in chemistry, Mercedes has a deep understanding of complex biotechnology and scientific research, which is key for advising life science clients on commercializing and protecting product innovations as well as performing diligence for investing in new technologies, particularly in corporate joint development projects. Mercedes advises on developing patent strategies, managing the intellectual property rights, and making associated investments and acquisitions. Mercedes also handles patent reexaminations and inter partes matters.
Cyra Nargolwalla
Partner
Plasseraud IP
Cyra Nargolwalla is a co-Managing Partner in Plasseraud IP’s Executive Committee. She is regularly recognized for her outstanding expertise in the fields of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals (vaccines, hormonal therapy, cancerology), as well as textiles, paper and the food industry. She has an excellent track record representing clients in Opposition and Appeal Proceedings before the EPO, in both French and English. Cyra also handles litigation matters in France and in other countries. She is a regular speaker at conferences on biotech/pharmaceutical patent matters as well as on litigation-related topics. She has been invited to the EPO several times to speak with Examiners on how to provide better client satisfaction with respect to examination and opposition procedures. She also regularly takes part in discussions about oral proceedings before the EPO and is a staunch supporter of the EPO’s initiative to move to Oral Proceedings via videoconference, as she firmly believes that this improves access to justice for all parties. Cyra is one of two recognized IP experts invited by the President of the EPO as an ad personam member of the current SACEPO (Standing Advisory Committee European Patent Office) Working Party on Rules. She was previously an active member of SACEPO’s Working Party on Guidelines.
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Contains 2 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 02/27/2025 at 2:00 PM (EST)
This webinar will feature a panel of industry experts who will share personal stories illustrating how grit has helped them persevere through difficult situations. Key topics include the distinction between grit and cynicism, unique business development challenges faced by women—such as cultural biases, work-life balance, and mental health constraints—and practical strategies for authentic networking. Speakers will also explore real-world business development scenarios, including overcoming setbacks and managing assertiveness in male-dominated environments. The webinar will conclude with actionable takeaways to help attendees integrate grit with strategic business development practices for long-term career success.
This webinar will feature a panel of industry experts who will share personal stories illustrating how grit has helped them persevere through difficult situations. Key topics include the distinction between grit and cynicism, unique business development challenges faced by women—such as cultural biases, work-life balance, and mental health constraints—and practical strategies for authentic networking. Speakers will also explore real-world business development scenarios, including overcoming setbacks and managing assertiveness in male-dominated environments. The webinar will conclude with actionable takeaways to help attendees integrate grit with strategic business development practices for long-term career success.
Shruti Costales
Owner & Founder
Shruti Law PLLC
Shruti Costales is the Owner & Founder at Shruti Law PLLC®. Shruti is a licensed US patent attorney and has worked in private practice, in-house, and with the Federal Government. She has 20+ years of deep legal experience in handling patent and trademark application drafting and prosecution, patent counseling, patent litigation, IP transactions, complex commercial transactions including drafting and negotiating XaaS agreements and handling FED/SLED agreements, supply chain agreements, product counseling, and due diligence and mergers & acquisitions related assessments. Her experience includes working in the chemicals/materials technologies (e.g., microelectronics including semiconductors, integrated circuits/chips, microprocessors, and memory devices; batteries and fuel cells; catalysts; polymers; additive manufacturing; food/nutrition; nanotechnology; oil and gas; tire and rubber; building materials/composites; water treatment/purification; tobacco/nicotine products; filtration solutions; performance materials; and consumer goods), life sciences/healthcare technologies (e.g., biotechnology & diagnostics; pharmaceutical – small molecule and large molecule; medical surgical products; dental & ophthalmological solutions; and purification and filtration technologies), electrical & computer technologies (e.g., electronic devices and components; consumer electronics; microelectronics including semiconductors; and financial, business, and fintech services), and mechanical technologies (e.g., automotive and smart mobility technology; mechanical components; and medical devices). Shruti has a BS in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University and a JD from Franklin Pierce Law Center (now the University of New Hampshire School of Law). She is a member of the Patent Pathways® Board of Directors. Shruti is currently Vice-Chair of IPO's Small/Micro Company & Law Firm Committee. Over the last decade, Shruti has co-led IPO's DEI and Women in IP committees where she co-authored many white papers, guides, and toolkits. Recently, Shruti led and co-authored a collaboration between ADAPT and IPO for a Practical Guide on Allyship, Mentorship, & Sponsorship.
Heather Molleur
Sr. Associate General Counsel
Micron Technology, Inc.
Heather Molleur has over 15 years of large corporate and start-up tech company legal experience advising executive leadership team (incl. CEO, CTO, CFO, COO, Exec. VP of Sales, Chief Product Officer), technical teams (both software and hardware), and sales and marketing teams. She successfully supported product and R&D teams in technology areas including smart devices, cloud software and cloud architecture, automation software, sensors, big data, machine learning and AI, cybersecurity, and data management (including backup and storage management). Her IP experience includes patents, trademarks, trade secret protection, worldwide patent portfolio management and strategy, IP licensing, freedom to operate (FTO), M&A, patentability and validity searching, patent litigation/enforcement, pre- and post-grant proceedings (IPR, Opposition, Reexamination), international patent prosecution (incl. Europe, China, Korea, Japan), Inventor outreach and training.
Elaine Spector
Partner
Harrity & Harrity, LLP
Elaine Spector is a patent attorney with over 20 years of experience in intellectual property law. Her current practice consists primarily of prosecuting patent applications with a focus on electromechanical technologies. Prior to joining Harrity & Harrity, Elaine worked in private practice for over 15 years handling various intellectual property matters, including patent application drafting and prosecution, trademark prosecution and enforcement, as well as litigating complex patent cases in federal courts. Elaine’s extensive litigation experience provides her with a unique perspective in prosecuting patent applications. Most recently, Elaine worked in-house for 6 years at Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures, where she managed over 500 matters in medical and software related technologies. As an avid believer in giving-back, Elaine serves a Board Member at No More Stolen Childhoods. She is also dedicated to improving diversity in the field of patent law through her numerous diversity leadership roles. Elaine hosts Driving Diversity, a weekly vlog sharing diversity-related tips and FAQ’s, as well as quarterly webinars in a series called Diversity Dialogue as part of Harrity’s Diversity Channel.
Claudia Stangle
Partner
Leydig, Voit & Mayer, LTD.
Claudia Stangle is a partner at Leydig, Voit & Mayer in Chicago with over 25 years of experience and specializes in trademarks, trade dress, copyrights, false and comparative advertising, Internet law, trade secrets, licensing, and right of publicity. Ms. Stangle has significant experience in complex inter partes proceedings before the TTAB, has represented clients in federal courts around the U.S. including in the Ninth Circuit, and has won numerous UDRP proceedings. She also has experience in patent infringement and trade secret litigation. She represents clients in a wide variety of industries including in the life sciences, automotive, insurance, reinsurance, financial, car rental, commercial real estate, software, AI, consumer and luxury goods, entertainment, cannabis, alcoholic beverages, and industrial products space. Ms. Stangle currently serves as the Chair of the Recruiting Committee and was previously Chair of the DEI committee and a member of her firm’s Board of Directors. She is also Vice-Chair of IPO’s D&I Committee. Ms. Stangle is a frequent guest lecturer speaking about a variety of intellectual property topics, has been a regional oral argument judge for the Saul Lefkowitz Moot Court Competition and has served as an Adjunct Professor at Widener Law School teaching law students about copyrights and trademarks. She has three boys and loves to run and bike in her spare time.
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Patent searching and analytics are unique blends of skill and artistry that take years to master, yet even these intricate crafts are not impervious to the influence of AI. Discover how AI is revolutionizing patent searching and analytics during this thought-provoking session as speakers provide practical advice on effective ways of leveraging AI for enhanced decision-making and strategic planning. Speakers will delve into the profound impacts, strengths, weaknesses, and broader implications of AI on patent information, searching, and analyses, and explore the intersection of human expertise and cutting-edge technology.
Patent searching and analytics are unique blends of skill and artistry that take years to master, yet even these intricate crafts are not impervious to the influence of AI. Discover how AI is revolutionizing patent searching and analytics during this thought-provoking session as speakers provide practical advice on effective ways of leveraging AI for enhanced decision-making and strategic planning. Speakers will delve into the profound impacts, strengths, weaknesses, and broader implications of AI on patent information, searching, and analyses, and explore the intersection of human expertise and cutting-edge technology.
Carey Jordan
Partner
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
Carey Jordan is a partner at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease and chair of the firm’s intellectual property group. She advises large-scale clients on patent prosecution and global intellectual property (IP) portfolio management, IP operations, agreements (technology transfer, joint development and other research agreements), licenses, transactions involving IP and risk consulting. Carey also has significant experience in crafting and conducting effective and efficient IP due diligence for investments, acquisitions and divestitures. Although experienced in multiple technology areas, her personal sweet spots are in the chemicals and materials science arenas. In addition, Carey has successfully handled complex post-grant review procedures for US patents at the US Patent and Trademark Office, including inter partes review proceedings. Carey received her J.D. magna cum laude from the University of Houston Law Center. She received her M.S. and B.S. magna cum laude from Clemson University.
Vipul Mendiratta
IP Analytics Team Leader
Caterpillar Inc.
Vipul Mendiratta is the Lead at IP Analytics for Caterpillar Inc. Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. At Caterpillar, Vipul collaborates with the IP Legal and R&D teams understand and manage their IP assets. Vipul also assists capturing and refining innovative ideas working with inventors and business units. In roles prior to Caterpillar, Vipul created and lead the IP consulting teams for about 15 years at Evalueserve Inc. Vipul is a registered attorney with New York bar and has a law degree and a mechanical engineering degree from India.
Sharon Shofner-Meyer
President and Chairman
DorothyAI
Sharon Shofner-Meyer is the President and Chairman of DorothyAI, a cutting-edge company that leverages AI technology to revolutionize patent search and analytics. With extensive experience as a founder and investor in legal tech, Sharon has consistently driven innovation in the industry, launching products that have transformed workflows and improved the quality of intellectual property management. Her deep understanding of the intersection between AI and legal services makes her a leading voice in the conversation on how emerging technologies can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of patent research.
Jonathan Skovholt
Founding Member & Head of Search Operations
Ensemble IP
Jonathan Skovholt is a founding member and Head of Search Operations at Ensemble IP, an intellectual property consulting firm providing patent search services to corporations and law firms worldwide. At Ensemble IP, Jonathan works to blend human expertise with advanced technology tools to provide the most reliable and comprehensive patent search results. Jonathan is focused on assessing AI search systems, the convergence of Boolean and AI based techniques, and the continuing evolution of patent searching. Prior to joining Ensemble IP, he managed, designed, and delivered training for Landon IP and CPA Global where he taught analysts the finer points of searching, examining, and classifying. He is a former faculty member of Patent Resources Group (PRG) and at the NIH Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences. Jonathan has taught individuals on the art of prior art searching to audiences on four continents. He is also a former patent examiner. Jonathan has a BA in Physics from Gustavus Adolphus College, an MS in Physics from the University of Delaware, and a graduate certificate in Instructional Systems Development from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
Martha Yates
Senior Principal Information Scientist & Science Fellow
Bayer Intellectual Property GmbH
Martha Yates is a Senior Principal Information Scientist and Science Fellow for Bayer CropScience. She does patent searching and patent information management. She is a US patent agent and a Qualified Patent Information Professional (QPIP). Martha has a BA in biology from Colorado College and a MS in Biochemistry and a MSLS from the University of Kentucky. She is the current chair of the IPO Patent Search Committee.
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This webinar will address some of the most significant developments in PTAB practice in 2024. During the webinar, experienced PTAB advocates will discuss important cases from last year, how those decisions will impact PTAB practice, and what practitioners need to be watching for in 2025.
This webinar will address some of the most significant developments in PTAB practice in 2024. During the webinar, experienced PTAB advocates will discuss important cases from last year, how those decisions will impact PTAB practice, and what practitioners need to be watching for in 2025.
Pier DeRoo
Partner
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP
Pier DeRoo has broad experience in strategic client counseling and patent litigation before U.S. district courts and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Joshua Goldberg
Partner
Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP
Joshua Goldberg, former leader of Finnegan’s PTAB trials section, focuses on inter partes review (IPR), covered business method (CBM), and post-grant review (PGR) proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and on ensuing appeals to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. He currently serves on the firm’s compensation committee.
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IPO’s 2024 Case Law Year in Review webinar will examine the important IP developments of the last 12 months. In terms of copyrights, panelists will discuss the Supreme Court’s holding that there is no time-based limit on timely copyright claims, the permissible use of tattoos in media, and the deluge of claims concerning training AI on copyrighted works. In terms of trade secrets, speakers will review cases concerning identification of trade secrets, statutes of limitations, and extraterritorially. In terms of trademarks, hear about the closely watched Penn State v. Vintage Brand trial, a case one observer said threatened to “shake the foundations of trademark law,” as well as how the Lanham Act’s Names Clause fared in the face of a constitutional challenge. Finally, the most impactful cases in the patent space will be discussed, including LKQ, Allergan v. MSN and EcoFactor v. Google.
IPO’s 2024 Case Law Year in Review webinar will examine the important IP developments of the last 12 months. In terms of copyrights, panelists will discuss the Supreme Court’s holding that there is no time-based limit on timely copyright claims, the permissible use of tattoos in media, and the deluge of claims concerning training AI on copyrighted works. In terms of trade secrets, speakers will review cases concerning identification of trade secrets, statutes of limitations, and extraterritorially. In terms of trademarks, hear about the closely watched Penn State v. Vintage Brand trial, a case one observer said threatened to “shake the foundations of trademark law,” as well as how the Lanham Act’s Names Clause fared in the face of a constitutional challenge. Finally, the most impactful cases in the patent space will be discussed, including LKQ, Allergan v. MSN and EcoFactor v. Google.
Paul Berghoff
Founder
McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP
Paul Berghoff, founder of McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert Berghoff LLP, has three decades of experience as lead trial counsel in complex patent litigation – both jury and bench trials and PTAB proceedings – concentrating in litigation involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology, electronics, and software. He has successfully tried scores of patent cases and has successfully argued dozens of times before he US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. He services as Chair of the firm’s Litigation & Appeals Practice Group. He is Vice-Chair of IPO’s Amicus Brief Committee.
Wendy Larson
Member
Pirkey Barber
Wendy Larson has practiced trademark law exclusively for virtually all of her 20-year career, focused primarily on U.S.- based enforcement and litigation. She focuses specifically on issues relating to the internet, including cybersquatting and brand protection challenges involving social media platforms and smartphone applications, keyword advertising, service provider liability, and personal jurisdiction relating to foreign online actors. She practices in federal court, before the Patent and Trademark Office’s Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), and with dispute resolution service providers such as the Forum and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) handling domain name disputes under ICANN’s domain name dispute resolution policies. Wendy also assists clients in a variety of prosecution and other litigation matters. Wendy is a member of IPO’s Amicus Brief Committee.
Joshua Simmons
Partner
Kirkland & Ellis, LLP
Joshua Simmons focuses his practice on appellate and trial court litigation, intellectual property counseling and strategic portfolio management, as well as regulatory and legislative policy. This “exceptional” and “creative” (Chambers), “Top Attorney” (Law360), and “big-picture thought leader” (WTR) litigates copyright, patent, right of publicity, trademark, trade secret, and unfair competition cases—particularly complex cases and those of first impression—along with contract, licensing, and domain name disputes. In addition to maintaining a full-time litigation practice, Josh is a member of Kirkland’s Diversity & Inclusion Committee, and the Coordinator of its New York Kirkland Pride affinity group. He also is a frequent speaker and author on emerging trends in intellectual property, as well as an active member of the intellectual property bar, including serving on several IPO committees.
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How do we achieve an inclusive work environment in the IP field? What does inclusion look like at the IP bar and in the IP innovation space in the U.S. and other jurisdictions? This webinar will explore how IP practitioners, corporations and IP innovators strive for an inclusive environment in the U.S. and across the globe.
How do we achieve an inclusive work environment in the IP field? What does inclusion look like at the IP bar and in the IP innovation space in the U.S. and other jurisdictions? This webinar will explore how IP practitioners, corporations and IP innovators strive for an inclusive environment in the U.S. and across the globe.
Natalie Guio
Attorney
Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd.
Natalie Guio, the moderator, is an attorney at Leydig, Voit & Mayer and the Vice-Chair of IPO’s D&I Committee. Natalie is based in Chicago and focuses her practice on trademark and copyright law.
Jimmy Huang
Partner
East IP
Jimmy Huang is a Partner at East IP in Hong Kong. Jimmy has been advising clients on intellectual property matters for over 20 years, working with leading international as well as domestic law firms. His practice is particularly focused on trademarks prosecution and enforcement, as well as copyright, domain names, and unfair competition.
Kelly Merkel
Intellectual Property Attorney
Eaton Corporation
Kelly Merkel is an Intellectual Property Attorney at Eaton Corporation. Kelly is based in Dublin and focuses her practice in the domain of artificial intelligence, with particular emphasis on patent law and contracts.
Ranjan Narula
Managing Partner
RNA Technology & IP Attorneys
Ranjan Narula is the managing partner of RNA Technology & IP Attorneys. Ranjan is based in New Delhi (India) and focuses on IP Dispute Resolution and advisory services.
João Vitor Esteves
Attorney
RNA Law
João Vitor Esteves is an attorney at RNA Law. João is based in Rio de Janeiro and focuses his practice on patent and antitrust law. He holds a J.D. and a B.A. in International Relations, and he is a Master's candidate in International Law.
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Protecting company innovations is a critical part of any organization's long-term success. This webinar will examine how employee non-compete agreements fit into a trade secret management program following the rise and apparent fall of the FTC's ban on non-compete clauses. Areas that will be covered include: backdrop to FTC's non-compete ban; the FTC's rule; and the litigations invalidating the FTC's rule; the current state of restrictions and impediments to reliance on employee non-compete agreements ; other steps to prevent employee misuse of your client's trade secrets.
Protecting company innovations is a critical part of any organization's long-term success. This webinar will examine how employee non-compete agreements fit into a trade secret management program following the rise and apparent fall of the FTC's ban on non-compete clauses. Areas that will be covered include:
- Backdrop to FTC's non-compete ban; the FTC's rule; and the litigations invalidating the FTC's rule
- The current state of restrictions and impediments to reliance on employee non-compete agreements
- Other steps to prevent employee misuse of your client's trade secrets.
Kenneth Corsello
Trade Secrets Counsel
IBM Corp.
Ken Corsello is IBM’s US Trade Secrets counsel, where he also focuses on various other IP issues, including drafting and negotiating agreements for patent transactions. Prior to joining IBM, Ken was a law clerk to Chief Judge Glenn Archer at the Federal Circuit; an Associate Solicitor in the USPTO; and in private practice at law firms in Washington, D.C. He has a B.S. from SUNY Stony Brook, J.D. from Catholic University, and LL.M. from George Washington University. A frequent speaker on trade secrets issues, Ken was chair of IPO’s Trade Secrets committee for 6 years and the principal drafter of IPO’s 2023 comments in response to the FTC’s proposed rule banning non-compete agreements.
Robert Surette
Shareholder & President
McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd.
Robert Surrette is a Shareholder and serves as President of McAndrews. He focuses his practice on the resolution of intellectual property and technology-related disputes with an emphasis on patent, trademark, trade secret and trade dress litigation. For the last 20 years, Bob has counseled a leading global medical device manufacturer on numerous litigation and transactional matters.
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Ethics for IP Practitioners: Case Law, Conflicts, Avoiding Inequitable Conduct, and More (RECORDING)
This webinar will review recent case law from various jurisdictions and tribunals involving legal ethics issues for both outside and in-house counsel.
This webinar will review recent case law from various jurisdictions and tribunals involving legal ethics issues for both outside and in-house counsel. After completing this session, participants will be able to:
- Spot ethical issues arising in patent practice through an exploration of case law
- Identify and ameliorate the potential risks associated with ethical issues
- Proactively avoid potential conflict of interest problems
- Understand the most recent jurisprudence on ethical issues such as inequitable conduct
Kirk Goodwin
Associate General Counsel, IP
Tektronix
Kirk Goodwin leads Tektronix's world-class, high-tech Innovation IP and cybersecurity legal team.
Gina Johnson
Chief Legal Officer
The Ridge Wallet, LLC
Gina Johnson is the Chief Legal Officer of The Ridge Wallet, LLC, where she manages all litigation and legal issues for the business. At Ridge, Gina is currently overseeing and actively appearing in several district court litigations in which Ridge alleges patent infringement, copyright infringement, and other intellectual property violations by domestic and foreign infringers in the compact wallet market. Most recently, Gina led a team that secured a General Exclusion Order, Limited Exclusion Orders, Cease and Desist Orders, and 100% bond at the International Trade Commission. Prior to joining Ridge in May of 2023, Gina was a partner in the patent litigation group at the law firm of K&L Gates LLP, where she litigated complex patent disputes in various district courts and at the International Trade Commission.
Sanjay Murthy
Shareholder
McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd.
Sanjay Murthy is a nationally recognized trial attorney who has been involved in more than 15 trials. He has deep experience representing leading life science and technology companies in federal district courts, before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board, and in Section 337 investigations in the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC). In addition to an active litigation practice, he manages patent portfolios for several leading pharmaceutical and medical device companies. He also leverages his trial experience to assist his clients with freedom-to-operate matters, due diligence investigations, patent portfolio audits, and licensing and collaboration transactions.
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This webinar will explore the USPTO guidance on inventorship of AI-assisted inventions and in what situations a natural person can be considered to have made a significant contribution to the invention. The panel will look at potential issues that could arise in a litigation context, and compare guidance from other jurisdictions. The panel will also provide strategies and tips that could help stakeholders navigate how to properly determine inventorship for different types of inventions produced using AI as a tool.
This webinar will explore the USPTO guidance on inventorship of AI-assisted inventions and in what situations a natural person can be considered to have made a significant contribution to the invention. The panel will look at potential issues that could arise in a litigation context, and compare guidance from other jurisdictions. The panel will also provide strategies and tips that could help stakeholders navigate how to properly determine inventorship for different types of inventions produced using AI as a tool.
Eric Arnell
Shareholder
Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd.
Eric Arnell is a Shareholder at Leydig, Voit and Mayer, based out of Frankfurt, Germany, where he predominantly advocates for the intellectual property interests of European-based clients doing business in the United States. Eric’s practice has included patent preparation and prosecution, performing patentability and freedom to operate investigations, and representing clients before the U.S. Patent Trial and Appeal Board and U.S. Federal Courts. Eric obtained his JD and BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin.
Dr. Malte Köllner
European Patent Attorney
Köllner & Partner
Malte Köllner is a German and European patent attorney. Recently, Malte triggered the DABUS project, naming an artificial intelligence named DABUS openly as inventor for an invention. The aim was to put the topic of AI-generated inventions on the agenda of patent offices and courts. He has authored and co-authored numerous publications on intellectual property, among others a handbook for the PCT (patent cooperation treaty). He is editor-in-chief of the scientific journal of the German chamber of patent attorneys, the leading journal on patent law in German speaking countries.
Naman Seth (Moderator)
Associate
Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd.
Naman Seth is an associate with Leydig, Voit & Mayer. He has 8 years of experience representing clients in patent prosecution, primarily in the electrical, software, mechanical, chemical, and biomedical technology areas. He has also been part of litigation support teams collaborating closely with client technical experts to craft robust non-infringement and invalidity arguments. He is studying the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence in the US patent landscape. Naman graduated with a B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and earned his law degree from Fordham University.
Lisa Ulrich
Counsel, Intellectual Property Law
IBM Corp.
Lisa Ulrich works as an intellectual property attorney for IBM in North Castle, NY. Ms. Ulrich’s body of work encompasses standard-essential patents, policy issues related to artificial intelligence, and mergers and acquisitions. Prior to joining IBM, Ms. Ulrich was a patent litigator and prosecutor for an intellectual property law firm in NYC. Ms. Ulrich serves as co-chair of IPO’s Standards Setting Committee and was a former chair of IPO’s Trademark Office Practice Committee.
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Contains 16 Component(s), Includes Credits Recorded On: 08/21/2024
As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Federal Circuit’s landmark opinion in In re Cellect, this webinar will provide an in-depth review of the decision, analyzing the arguments from both sides and its broader implications on patent prosecution strategies. Our panel of experts will delve into the challenges posed by obviousness-type double patenting (ODP), including how these challenges affect jointly owned assets. The discussion will highlight practical strategies for mitigating ODP risks through careful patent portfolio management. Speakers will also explore the recent Federal Circuit decision in Allergan USA v. MSN Labs, issued on August 13, 2024, which appears to narrow the impact of Cellect, offering fresh perspectives on how this ruling may influence the evolving legal landscape of ODP. This timely discussion will equip attendees with valuable insights for navigating these ongoing challenges in patent law.
As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Federal Circuit’s landmark opinion in In re Cellect, this webinar will provide an in-depth review of the decision, analyzing the arguments from both sides and its broader implications on patent prosecution strategies. Our panel of experts will delve into the challenges posed by obviousness-type double patenting (ODP), including how these challenges affect jointly owned assets. The discussion will highlight practical strategies for mitigating ODP risks through careful patent portfolio management. Speakers will also explore the recent Federal Circuit decision in Allergan USA v. MSN Labs, issued on August 13, 2024, which appears to narrow the impact of Cellect, offering fresh perspectives on how this ruling may influence the evolving legal landscape of ODP. This timely discussion will equip attendees with valuable insights for navigating these ongoing challenges in patent law.
Paul Berghoff
Founder
McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP
Paul Berghoff, founder of McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert Berghoff LLP, has three decades of experience as lead trial counsel in complex patent litigation – both jury and bench trials and PTAB proceedings – concentrating in litigation involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology, electronics, and software. He has successfully tried scores of patent cases and has successfully argued dozens of times before he US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. He services as Chair of the firm’s Litigation & Appeals Practice Group. He is Vice-Chair of IPO’s Amicus Brief Committee.
Gary Gershik
Partner
Amster, Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP
Gary J. Gershik specializes in global patent procurement and enforcement, serving a range of clients from academic institutions to Fortune 500 companies. His expertise spans biotechnology, chemistry, and pharmaceuticals. He manages intellectual property and regulatory strategies, provides opinions on patentability and infringement, and has extensive experience in drafting and prosecuting patents domestically and internationally. Gary also handles litigation in U.S. Federal Courts and administrative proceedings before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including Inter-Partes Review (IPR) and Post-Grant Review (PGR), as well as international patent offices.
Jennifer Richie
IP Attorney
Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd.
Jennifer (Jen) Richie is an intellectual property attorney at Leydig, Voit & Mayer, Ltd. Jen’s practice focuses on patent prosecution, due diligence, and intellectual property transactions. Her technical areas in patent prosecution include biotechnology, biomedical compositions and devices, and the chemical arts.
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